Conversely
/ˈkɒnvɜːslɪ/
Definitions
In an opposite way; in reverse.
/ˈkɒnvɜːslɪ/
Used to introduce a statement that is the opposite of one that has just been made or referred to.
Exercise increases blood flow; conversely, a sedentary lifestyle decreases it.
💡 Simply: It's like saying 'the other way around'. If John likes apples, conversely, Mary probably likes oranges!
👶 For kids: It means the opposite. Like, if it's daytime, conversely, at night it's dark!
More Examples
Some people love the outdoors; conversely, others prefer indoor activities.
The new policy is expected to boost sales; conversely, it might reduce profits in the short term.
How It's Used
"He prefers coffee; conversely, she prefers tea."
"If A then B; conversely, if B then A (though not always true)."
Idioms & expressions
vice versa
Used to indicate that the reverse of what has just been stated is also true.
"Husbands and wives often influence each other's habits; vice versa."
From Latin *conversus* (turned around) + -ly.
Used since the 16th century, derived from the Latin adverb *conversē*.
Memory tip
Think of 'reverse' or 'opposite'. If one thing is true, the other is too.